

Best for beginner divers, 2-15m, shore entry, mild current.
Playa Palmilla in Cabo San Lucas is a protected cove featuring a long white-sand beach. The site consists of a reef and artificial reef environment, with the most suitable snorkelling found around submerged rocks near the resort buildings at the southernmost point. Divers and snorkellers can expect depths ranging from 2 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres. Access is via a shore entry. Conditions vary, with visibility typically between 10 and 25 metres and mild currents. The site is suitable for beginners, with typical dive times of 60 minutes. Facilities available at the beach include parking, toilets, and showers.
23.01150, -109.71550
There are no vendors on the beach, so pack your own drinks and snacks for the day.
Located at Highway 1 Km 24, San Jose del Cabo.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 15m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
21-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, this site is suitable for beginner divers and snorkellers.
The depth ranges from 2 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
Playa Palmilla is a shore entry site.
Yes, the site has a snorkel rating of 3 out of 5, with the best activity found around the submerged rocks at the southern end of the beach.
Divers and snorkellers should be aware of the presence of jellyfish, sharks, and stonefish.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Playa Palmilla in San Jose del Cabo. Water temperatures range from 21°C to 28°C.
Playa Palmilla in San Jose del Cabo typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Playa Palmilla in San Jose del Cabo typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.